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Sixth Form Entry

16+ Entry to UK Boarding Schools

Join for A-Levels or IB at age 16. Focused university preparation with smaller cohorts and specialized academic support.

What is 16+ Entry?

Sixth Form Entry

Join at age 16 for 2 years of A-Levels or IB. Ideal for students who want UK university preparation.

University Focus

Intensive preparation for Oxbridge, Russell Group, and top global universities with dedicated counseling.

Subject Specialization

Choose 3-4 A-Level subjects or IB Diploma. Deep focus on areas of academic strength and university goals.

Why Choose 16+ Entry

Advantages of Sixth Form Entry

Less Competitive

More spaces available at 16+ than 13+. Many schools expand intake for sixth form.

25-30% acceptance vs 15-20% at 13+

Shorter Commitment

2 years instead of 5. Lower total cost and easier family adjustment.

£90k total vs £225k for 13+ entry

Academic Maturity

Students choose subjects they excel in and enjoy. Better grades and university outcomes.

40% achieve all A*/A at A-Level

Faster Integration

Smaller cohort (often 50-100 students). Tight-knit community focused on university prep.

Average cohort: 80 students

16+ Entry Requirements

GCSE Results

  • Minimum 6-7 GCSEs at grade 7-9 (A/A*)
  • Strong grades in A-Level subject choices
  • English Language GCSE grade 6+ for international students
  • Some schools require specific subject grades

Entrance Exams

  • School-specific entrance tests in chosen A-Level subjects
  • Critical thinking or general paper
  • Some schools use ISEB Common Academic Scholarship
  • Interviews covering academic interests and goals

School Report

  • Predicted GCSE grades from current school
  • Teacher references (especially in A-Level subjects)
  • Head of school recommendation
  • Evidence of academic engagement and potential

Personal Statement

  • Why this school and sixth form
  • A-Level subject choices and university goals
  • Academic interests and achievements
  • Extracurricular activities and leadership

Top Schools Accepting 16+ Entry

Many prestigious UK boarding schools welcome sixth form students. Some have particularly strong 16+ programs.

School16+ PlacesCurriculum
Westminster School40-50A-Levels
St Paul's School30-40A-Levels
Harrow School20-30A-Levels
Sevenoaks School50-60IB only
Rugby School40-50A-Levels + IB
Charterhouse30-40A-Levels

Our 16+ Entry Support

School Selection

  • Identify schools with strong 16+ intake
  • Match A-Level/IB choices to university goals
  • Consider schools with your subject specializations

Application Strategy

  • Personal statement coaching
  • Subject-specific entrance exam prep
  • Interview preparation
  • GCSE grade optimization

Explore 16+ Entry Options

Schedule a consultation to discuss sixth form entry and university preparation pathways.